TABLE 4.
Self‐rated confidence score in 10 skillsets in genomic medicine and PCPs’ training preference in genetics and related areas
| Hong Kong (average, SD) | Shenzhen (average, SD) | p‐value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1) Obtain information about genetic disorders from family history | 2.93 (0.96) | 3.59 (1.00) | <0.001 |
| 2) Clinical evaluation of genetic disorders | 2.16 (0.92) | 3.51 (1.04) | <0.001 |
| 3) Referral to a relevant specialist for suspected genetic disorders | 2.95 (1.06) | 3.65 (0.93) | <0.001 |
| 4) Decide which genetic testing should be done for suspected genetic disorders | 1.80 (0.88) | 3.26 (1.10) | <0.001 |
| 5) Discuss issues related to prenatal diagnosis with your patients | 2.24 (1.01) | 3.32 (0.97) | <0.001 |
| 6) Assess if the patient's genetic test results are meaningful | 2.15 (0.97) | 3.36 (1.02) | <0.001 |
| 7) Discuss the benefits, risks, and limitations of genetic testing with patients | 2.27 (1.09) | 3.29 (1.03) | <0.001 |
| 8) Discuss and counsel patients on whether they should get a genetic test | 2.41 (1.04) | 3.17 (1.08) | <0.001 |
| 9) Explain to patients on genetic testing results and provide genetic counselling | 1.99 (0.99) | 3.16 (1.10) | <0.001 |
| 10) Provide counselling on genetic screening strategies and lifestyle changes | 2.14 (1.03) | 3.34 (0.99) | <0.001 |
| Total average | 2.30 (1.00) | 3.36 (1.03) | <0.001 |
| Self‐rated training preference in genetics and related areas | |||
| 1) Common polygenic diseases | 94.33% | 70.26% | 0.043 |
| 2) Genetic disorders related to prenatal diagnosis/pediatrics | 23.40% | 80.62% | <0.001 |
| 3) Single‐gene disorders | 26.95% | 34.11% | 0.055 |
| 4) Adverse drug reactions caused by drug‐related genes | 55.32% | 12.02% | <0.001 |
Self‐rated confidence score in 10 skillsets in genomic medicine (Adapted from Carroll et al 2009 (Carroll et al., 2009). Confidence level in the scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being very confident and 1 being not at all confident)